Hilton Coliseum

Hilton Coliseum
LocationIowa State Center
Lincoln Way & University Boulevard
Ames, IA 50010
Coordinates42°01′16″N 93°38′05″W / 42.02101°N 93.634763°W / 42.02101; -93.634763
OwnerIowa State University
OperatorISU Athletic Department
Capacity15,000+ (concerts)
14,267 (2021–present)
14,384 (2013–2020)
14,376 (2011–2013)
14,356 (2007–2011)
14,092 (1998–2007)
14,020 (1971–1998)
SurfaceMulti-surface
Construction
Broke groundJune 16, 1968
OpenedDecember 2, 1971
Construction cost$8.165 million
($63.4 million in 2024 dollars)
ArchitectCrites & McConnell
Brooks Borg & Skiles
General contractorJames Thompson & Sons
Tenants
Iowa State Cyclones (NCAA DI) (1971–present)

James H. Hilton Coliseum, is a 14,267-seat multi-purpose arena located in Ames, Iowa. The arena opened in 1971. It is home to the Iowa State University Cyclones men's and women's basketball teams, wrestling, gymnastics and volleyball teams.